Get ready to ride: Biketoberfest is here

The roar of Harleys is echoing through the streets of Daytona Beach now that the 21st annual Biketoberfest celebration has begun.

The festival spans from Oct. 17 - Oct. 20 and this year's event promises to deliver the same high-energy entertainment as it has in years past.

Aside from the typical Biketoberfest activities like concerts, showcases and races, there are also some events in the surrounding area that are bound to bring bikers.

The American International Motorcycle Expo began the day before Biketoberfest and will span through Oct. 20 at the Orange County Convention Center. This inaugural event will bring together manufacturers, consumers dealers and more to celebrate the beauty and innovation of some of the industry's top motorcycles. Tickets for this event event are $15 for the day or $25 for a three-day pass.

If you plan on hanging around the Orlando area, you can hop on over to Hogtoberfest at the Historic Factory Dealership on Interstate-4 from Oct. 18 - Oct. 20. This Dark Carnival-themed event features the Hellzapoppin side show performers, a bike build-off competition and the chance to win tickets to Halloween Horror Nights every day of the festival.

The Harley Davidson dealership in Seminole county will also offer food, vendors, stunts, music and more to celebrate Biketoberfest weekend.

Even if you'd rather stick to Main Street, there will be plenty to do during Biketoberfest. Check out a list of some of the main events below:

Oct. 17 - Oct. 20: Jam-On Productions Motorcycle Swap Meet will be held all four days at the Daytona Flea Market. There will be a car show each day on Thursday, Friday and Saturday with judging around 3 p.m.

Oct. 17 - Oct. 20: You'll miss all the action if you don't roll on down to Riverfront Park on Beach Street. There'll be bands from noon to 7 p.m. each day plus food and more than 45 motorcycle vendors.

Oct. 17 - Oct. 20: Vintage motorcycles will rev up and race at the Daytona International Speedway. Tickets are $10 Thursday and Friday, and $25 on Saturday and Sunday.

Oct. 18: More than 60 trophies will be given away at the annual Boardwalk Classic Bike Show with the show beginning at 11 a.m.

Oct. 19: Southern Biker Magazine's Ladies Ride-In Bike Show with Randy Grace will be held on Beach Street from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Oct. 19: The Biker Bash & New Lodge Party will offer a cookout, live music, karaoke and more from noon until 11 p.m. at the Halifax River Moose Lodge.

Of course, the local bars will be opening their doors and offering brews to the bikers. Here's a list of some of the local watering holes known for their Biketoberfest events:

Dirty Harry's: 705 Main Street, open 9 a.m. to 2 a.m., no cover, 21+ only

Full Moon Saloon: 700 Main Street, live bands from 1 p.m. to 2 a.m., no cover, 21+ only

Froggy's Saloon: 800 Main Street, open 7 a.m. to 2:30 a.m., live music every day

Boot Hill Saloon: 310 Main Street, opens at 2 p.m., there will be contests and vendors

Iron Horse Saloon: North U.S. Highway 1, Ormond Beach, open noon to 2 a.m., be sure to check out the "Wall of Death"